[s1e17] Episode ●

: A man resurrected by meteor rocks gains the ability to turn people to ash with a touch, leading him on a misguided mission to "end the suffering" of the terminally ill—including Whitney’s father.

Some viewers felt that certain S1E17 installments, like Star Trek: TNG’s " When the Bough Breaks ," were frustrating due to "irresponsible" plot resolutions: [S1E17] Episode

: Critics noted that while it avoided wallowing in grief, it felt a bit like "life moved on" too quickly. The episode provides strong character development, though some viewers found the "soap opera" drama in Jackson’s personal life to be a bit sappy. Star Trek: The Original Series — " The Squire of Gothos " : A man resurrected by meteor rocks gains

“While I have never been a huge fan of the "funny" Combat! episodes, " The Squad " (S1, E17), is clearly the exception. It is the perfect blend of serious AND funny...” Facebook · Combat! · 10 months ago Star Trek: The Original Series — " The

“I don't like this episode. From minor things like the all-too-obedient kids, to HUGE things like the horrifying Aldeans, and the impossibly fast and downright irresponsible resolution...” Reddit · r/StarTrekViewingParty · 11 years ago

: The department is still reeling from the loss of Captain Anderson. Officers Nolan and Bishop pay their respects at her grave, but the show quickly shifts back to the reality of police work.